The countdown to Summer School has begun; pieces are being practised and polished, duets rehearsed, travel plans discussed. We’ve just heard that one place has become available at our Summer School. Don’t wait – contact Gina now to snap it up! Scroll down to the contact details at the foot of the page.

Following 2015’s successful theme of ‘Dance’, this year’s theme is ‘Song’, and participants are invited to explore repertoire with song connections as an optional choice. Each course member has three half-hour slots in our masterclasses. The tutors’ recitals will feature wide-ranging repertoire, the presentations will cover topics including memorisation, effective study, Busoni and Chopin. The Aperitifs – pre-concert talks – will introduce recital repertoire, and a new series of Platforms will showcase our participants in public performances. As ever there will be time to socialise, relax and venture further afield. And don’t forget the swimming pool and gym …

Join us for an inspirational and unforgettable week of music-making. Book now!

Booking is open for our 2016 Summer School – don’t miss the opportunity to have an inspiring week of music-making next August!

Tutors above are, from left to right – Christine Stevenson, Graham Fitch, James Lisney and Karl Lutchmayer, photographed while rehearsing Richard Nye’s ‘This Marvellous Machine’ for 8 hands at one piano.

The course will again return to the All Steinway Performance Hub in the West Midlands, with masterclasses, tutor recitals, student concerts, and presentations on offer, plus a lively social scene. There are classes for accompaniment, and for duets. Private lessons can be booked, and there is a swimming pool and gym on the campus.

For more details, visit the About page, and the application form can be downloaded here.